Upcoming News and Events: NOW Accepting Applications For 2018-2019! Applications for our Elementary Program (4 spots left) for the 2018-2019 enrollment year are now being accepted! Applications to join our primary as well as our infant and toddler waitlist are also being accepted.

Child’s View Montessori School has been serving families in Southwest Portland for 30 years! We are currently offering Montessori education for children ages 3 months through 12 years.

Our Mission: Following the vision of Dr. Maria Montessori, we aim tofoster a supportive and collaborative environment. This encourages the growth of each child, family and staff member, creating a more peaceful and inclusive world.

Our Goals:

Observe each child

Assist each child in his/her self-construction

Encourage critical thinking

Allow for spontaneous learning

Guide growing inner discipline

Strengthen executive functioning skills

Foster independence, and further, interdependence

Maintain each child’s natural love of learning

Model respect for self, others and the environment

Discover and appreciate the similarities and differences among our world’s people and cultures

Understand the interconnectedness of all life

Support the unique developmental journey of each child and their family

Nurture extended community

Educate for peace and non-violence

Extra Curricular Activities:CVMS is proud to host several extra curricular classes on-site! This allows busy families the opportunity to offer their children experiences that support their growing interests, without the hassle of driving to and from various locations. Currently we offer classes from the following partners. Check out their websites for more information: Yoga SproutsTumble BusGPS SoccerSpanish

What makes us special...Our properties are home to very large play yards and stunning gardens. Additionally, the main site is uniquely positioned next to 36-acres of native forest, that includes over 2 miles of hiking trails, beautiful Woods Creek and tributary and a giant wildflower meadow!